Perform and monitor pacemaker and defibrillator checks for patients both in-office and remotely. Educate patients on device function and coordinate with physicians to analyze and interpret test results.
Requirements summary
Requires a Bachelor's degree or 3 years of direct experience, along with a BLS certification. Candidates must obtain a specialized cardiac device certification (such as CCDS, CEPS, or CDRMS) within six months of hire.
We're Hiring! Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health Job Title: Cardiac Device Specialist Status: Full Time
Monday - Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM Department: Cardiology Location: Wesley Chapel and Tampa area. Job Summary: Works closely with physicians and other staff performing pacemaker, defibrillator and other implanted device checks as well as monitoring remote device checks. Why is Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health your best place to work? ✅ Education & Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and leadership development programs.✅ Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, free virtual visits, and well-being programs.✅ Financial & Retirement – Up to 5% employer match on retirement contributions.✅ Work-Life Balance – Four weeks of paid parental leave, PTO, and flexible leave options.✅ Family & Pet Support – Fertility benefits, adoption assistance, backup care for children/elders/pets, and pet insurance. Essential Functions
Educates patients regarding device function and clinic follow up.
Keeps all patients informed on the latest product, therapy, and technology developments.
Performs remote pacemaker/AICD checks every 1-4 months using approved vendor websites.
May perform in office pacemaker/AICD checks every 3-6 months using approved vendor programmers: check battery life, lead impedance, view sensitivity, parameter settings, threshold/voltage/pulse wave, device utilization, and rhythm abnormalities.
May be required to change or adjust pacemaker/AICD settings or parameters as needed to enhance device performance.
Edits and forwards final test results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation.
Forwards abnormal findings directly to the physician or nurse per department guidelines.
Keys information into computer or programmer to maintain patient and office records, and uploads reports into patient chart.
Works with vendors and Clinical Engineering to schedule equipment downtime for preventive maintenance and/or repairs and reports any equipment issues promptly.
Knowledge of cardiac device software, Microsoft Office, and internet applications.
Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions, age specific needs, and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient’s clinical history, and assures that the information is accurately documented.
Administers medical aid as required for any emergency situation.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Well-being programs
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Paid parental leave
Pet insurance
Fertility benefits
Paid time off (PTO)
Free virtual visits
Adoption assistance
Leadership development programs
Retirement contributions match
Flexible leave options
Backup care for children/elders/pets
Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination of diseases.
Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and commitment to excellence standards.
Utilizes all Orlando Health computer systems effectively and accurately.
Ensures safety of all customers.
Maintains accurate and precise documentation. Accurately record verbal and telephone orders from physicians in the patient record.
Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions
Assist in transporting of patients.
Follows established standards of practice for report processing and interpretation.
Assists in clerical duties, such as, but not limited to, printing reports, scanning documents, and scheduling of patients.
Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
Maintains well stocked and organized work areas.
May be required to work at any Orlando Health facility.
Assists with other departmental duties and responsibilities as needed.
May be required to work afterhours and call shifts as needed. Education/Training
Bachelor’s Degree; and
Must have one (1) of the following within six (6) months of hire date. Failure to complete one of the following options within six (6) months of hire date will result in the incumbent’s removal from his/her current position with the option to apply to a position in which he/she may qualify. There is no guarantee of job placement as a result of not meeting these requirements:
PrepMD certificate
Arrhythmia Technologies Institute certificate
Equivalent diploma for Cardiac Rhythm Management
Completion of International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) or- Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS) – or- Certified Electrophysiology Specialist (CEPS)
International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE)
Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS); or
Certified Electrophysiology Specialist (CEPS); or
Cardiac Device Remote Monitoring Specialist (CDRMS) Three (3) years of direct experience may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree and certification. Licensure/Certification
Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider Certification. Experience None.
